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Work History
Education
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Additional Information
Certification
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Timeline
Lisa Wangler

Lisa Wangler

Jensen Beach,US
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins

Summary

Dedicated and focused Project Management Specialist with over 20 years of experience excelling at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks simultaneously and following through to achieve project goals. Flexible, detail-oriented and adaptive team player with expertise in equipment operation, staff training and development, customer service and process improvements.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Salon Owner/ Esthetician

Islander Beauty Station
08.2021 - 04.2023
  • Owner of full service salon that included advanced esthetics.
  • Managed payroll, budgets, inventory management, system set-up, training, ordering, licensing, and state regulations.
  • Implementation of marketing and social media.
  • Retail sales and upselling services.
  • Doubled salon sales in 2022.
  • Implemented esthetic services, skincare, and makeup.
  • Created best practices and protocols.
  • Perform aesthetic treatments such as Micro-needling, microdermabrasion, Dermaplaning, bb glow, chemical peels, hydro facials, custom created makeup, event makeup, and full waxing services including.
  • Brazilian waxing.
  • Custom created foundations and bb creams.
  • Perform skincare consultation and make recommendations on treatments and home care.
  • Educated clients on treatment options.
  • Flexibly worked evenings and weekends to maintain proper salon coverage.
  • Created repeat business by developing long-term relationships with regular customers.
  • Handled busy schedules and stayed on top of key deadlines.

Employment Gap

Relocation/FT Caregiver to family member
Jensen Beach, FL
01.2020 - 08.2021

Clinic Manager/Administrative Assistant

Aesthetic Science Institute
07.2017 - 01.2020
  • Managed busy student esthetic clinic.
  • Administrative Assistant to President and Director school.
  • Answered high volume of telephone calls and directed callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
  • Maintained inventory management, all logistics and product ordering
  • Customer service.
  • Student Coaching sales, customer service & general esthetics.
  • Continuing Education Coordinator.
  • Systems Management.
  • All Social Media and Promotional Campaigns.

Freelance Esthetician/Make-up Artist

Self-employeed
Troy, NY
06.2016 - 07.2017
  • Provided makeup services for weddings, proms and other special events.
  • Suggested personalized skin care routines for clients, keeping skin type and skin conditions in mind.
  • Promoted sales events and product launches to customers.
  • Collaborated with other makeup artists to achieve team and counter goals.
  • Applied makeup to clientele to cover imperfections and create new looks.
  • Trained and mentored new makeup artists.

Esthetician

Hair & Body Essentials Day Spa
12.2015 - 04.2016
  • Perform all facials, body treatments, make-up application, and waxing in a high volume spa setting
  • Consistently exceeded sales objectives of products and add-on services
  • Acted as Lead Esthetician which included inventory management and spa coordination
  • Coordinated continuing education.
  • Fostered friendly, warm, and exceptional customer experience.
  • Developed customized facial treatments for individual clients to address specific skin care needs.
  • Flexibly worked evenings and weekends to maintain proper spa coverage.
  • Assisted in developing monthly promotional campaigns to attract new clients.
  • Created repeat business by developing long-term relationships with regular customers.
  • Discussed procedures and treatment options with clients.
  • Gained knowledge of facial massage techniques and skin care product ingredients.

Licensed Esthetician

Face to Face Beauty and Wellbeing, LLC
01.2009 - 01.2016
  • Operated as Independent Contractor in either salon environment or clients location
  • Performed facials, body treatments, all waxing treatments, peels, and microdermabrasion.
  • Expertise in result driven treatments like acne, rosacea, aging
  • Perform makeup application, and creating Custom Blend Foundations and makeup
  • Work directly with clients to develop short and long term solutions for skin issues
  • Created and maintained website, and social media, and marketing.

Project Manager

Verizon Telecom
07.2006 - 12.2014
  • Project managed on time delivery of high capacity and cell site services for all area regions of NY & NE.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Ensured early identification of issues, determined potential resolutions, obtain appropriate resources, track and resolve in a timely manner.
  • Worked collaboratively with all cross functional teams departments to ensure on time delivery.
  • Utilized tools such as Vbuild/Canvas, Visio, Wafa, Tirks, with knowledge of EPM scheduler.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Maintained detailed job milestone tracking and notes.
  • Owned program/job execution to exceed objectives.
  • Provided hi-cap metrics reports and deck for monthly director call.
  • Trained and managed contract employees.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Implemented several process improvements that resulted in exceeded metric results (Example on time New England provisioning from 33% to 98% within 2 months
  • Exceeded year over year on-time performance results with 98% and above.

Specialist-Network Engineering

Verizon
03.2004 - 07.2006
  • Managed Network growth jobs capital assets, which included analyzing inventory records, barcoding and working with CO Technicians
  • NY SPOC and SME for Fiber to the Premise initiative, responsibilities included interfacing with all departments and all levels of management, initiating and implementing training, and being responsible for process improvements at National level
  • Regular contributor to Engineering Quarterly Newsletter and maintained column called "Ask Wangz"
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Nominated for President's Leadership Award for contributions in the Fiber to the Premise initiatives.
  • Improved overall user experience through support, training, troubleshooting, improvements and communication of system changes.

Senior Administrative Assistant

Verizon
07.2001 - 03.2004
  • Maintained and reported payroll, accounts payable, provide system support for CO Engineering
  • Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
  • Acted as backup for other employees by providing support and adapting to requirements of department.
  • Kept files and records in content management systems such as EXCEL and others.
  • Acquired proper equipment, refreshments and supplies for meetings.
  • Supported program operations by preparing and updating documents, reports and spreadsheets.
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.

Customer Service/Sales Representative

Verizon
06.1995 - 07.2001
  • Worked in fast paced call center for Business Sales and Customer Service
  • Provided customer billing and service support.
  • Continuously exceeded sales objectives
  • Created and facilitated several product trainings for business center (Virtual Watts, Centrex,
  • Customer Care).
  • Showcased product features to customers and discussed technical details to overcome objections and lock in sales.
  • Processed customer orders and inquiries via phone, email and, in-person communication to foster top-quality service delivery.
  • Promoted new products and services to existing customers, driving revenue growth and satisfaction.
  • Delivered superior customer service to retain existing customers and attract future customers.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to facilitate swift resolution of escalated issues.
  • Assisted with design and implementation of customer service policies to streamline and standardize procedures.
  • Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
  • Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
  • Trained new employees on customer service, products and sales strategies.
  • Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

Niagara University, Albany, NY
  • Relevant Coursework: Business Management & Psychology
  • Evening college courses at Verizon business location.

High School Diploma -

Lansingburgh High School, Troy, NY

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Agile Methodology
  • Process Improvement
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Risk Mitigation and Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Managing Multiple Projects
  • Managing Subcontractors
  • Conflict Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Construction Management
  • Procedure development

Additional Information

  • Customer Service Award Verizon Telecom 1997
  • Presidents Award Nomination February 2007 for work on NYS Fiber to the Premise Implementation.
  • Served as SME for FOA- Created and implemented training for CO/OSP barcoding Fiber to the Premise.

Certification

  • Project Management, Google Professional Certifications - 2023
  • Licensed Tattoo Artist St. Lucie County - 2020
  • Licensed Esthetician FL - 2020
  • Licensed Esthetician NY - 2008
  • 600 Hr NYS Esthetic Course 2008
  • Certified Project Manager, Verizon Telecom - [2006

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Salon Owner/ Esthetician - Islander Beauty Station
08.2021 - 04.2023
Employment Gap - Relocation/FT Caregiver to family member
01.2020 - 08.2021
Clinic Manager/Administrative Assistant - Aesthetic Science Institute
07.2017 - 01.2020
Freelance Esthetician/Make-up Artist - Self-employeed
06.2016 - 07.2017
Esthetician - Hair & Body Essentials Day Spa
12.2015 - 04.2016
Licensed Esthetician - Face to Face Beauty and Wellbeing, LLC
01.2009 - 01.2016
Project Manager - Verizon Telecom
07.2006 - 12.2014
Specialist-Network Engineering - Verizon
03.2004 - 07.2006
Senior Administrative Assistant - Verizon
07.2001 - 03.2004
Customer Service/Sales Representative - Verizon
06.1995 - 07.2001
Niagara University - Some College (No Degree), Business Management
Lansingburgh High School - High School Diploma,
  • Project Management, Google Professional Certifications - 2023
  • Licensed Tattoo Artist St. Lucie County - 2020
  • Licensed Esthetician FL - 2020
  • Licensed Esthetician NY - 2008
  • 600 Hr NYS Esthetic Course 2008
  • Certified Project Manager, Verizon Telecom - [2006
Lisa Wangler